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Qiao Hengyuan chatted with Qiao Feng for quite a while, until Qiao Feng became drowsy. He then helped him back to his room and stayed with him until he fell asleep before coming out.
Just then, Zheng Xiuyuan came back.
She wore a cheongsam with a blue base and red plum blossom design, wrapping her rounded body, her hair meticulously styled into a bun, with just a simple string of pearls around her neck and a jade bracelet on her left hand. She was graceful and beautiful, exuding the charm of a lady from a respected family.
Every time he saw her, Qiao Hengyuan felt a sense of warmth and solidity.
"Xiuyuan, you're back."
He went up to greet her, taking her bag from her hands, and smiled at her gently.
"Yes, Hengyuan, how is father?"
Zheng Xiuyuan asked softly, looking at him tenderly.
"I just kept him company for a while, and he just fell asleep."
